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Swift At Mels Cottages

Pickering (4mls), North Yorkshire
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Hot tub
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Spa Facilities
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Swimming pool
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A gorgeous, converted barn complete with open beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls
  • Make use of the communal indoor heated pool, as well as a spa and sauna, exclusive to guests at the properties
  • Gather together for a BBQ on the shared patio or enjoy a picnic in the tranquil gardens
Property code: 88956

Characterful three-bedroom single-storey barn conversion within the small village of Newton-on-Rawcliffe, just on the doorstep of the attractive North York Moors National Park, roughly 30 miles north-east of the city of York. Less than 5 miles north of the busy market town of Pickering, you’ll have plenty to do and explore right on your doorstep. Head just 3 miles north of the village and you can be walking in Cropton Forest. Travel another 18 miles and you’ll reach the fishing town of Whitby or you can travel there by steam train on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, passing by beautiful moorland scenery. A little further down the coast visit Scarborough (23 miles) with its two sandy beaches, amusements and castle.

A beautifully renovated barn, complete with an open beamed ceiling, exposed stone walls and a large fireplace. Step inside the convenient entrance area where you can leave your boots and coats after a walk, and make your way into the open-plan living space, featuring a spacious lounge with a Smart TV and wood burner. This is the perfect place to relax with your family or friends at the end of the day, planning the next day's outing. The separate kitchen just off the lounge is generously equipped with all your home comforts, ready for you to create a feast. There are three well-proportioned bedrooms, each with space to store away your things; chose from a double room, a twin room or a family room which features a double bunk bed with a double on the bottom and a single bunk above. Freshen up in either of the two bathrooms: one with a walk-in shower or one with a shower over the bath.

Heading outside there is a large communal garden with well-stocked borders and wildflower patches with strategically placed benches where you can while away the hours with a good book or just admire the scenery. There is also a fabulous communal pool house with changing facilities and showers; take a dip in the 6-metre exercise pool and finish off in the sauna and hot tub. Please note that the property does have increased accessibility but there is no turning space in the bedroom for large wheelchairs.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin and a double bunk bed (double on the bottom and a single on top)
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 with shower and WC, 1 with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave
  • Two shared washing machines and a tumble dryer (operated by coin meter) are located in a separate laundry room
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV with Netflix
  • Communal courtyard with benches, access to shared gardens including a water garden area with a pond and bridge
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Communal swimming pool 6m x 3m, 1.2 m deep  - children must be supervised. Open 10am to 8pm
  • Communal hot tub and sauna - please note sauna is free but does need a £1 to operate which is returned
  • Bath and hand towels are provided. Please bring your own for the hot tub or swimming
  • Pub is a short walk away (check for opening times and if serving food) and shop 5 miles
  • Please note that the property does have increased accessibility but there is no turning space in the bedroom for large wheelchairs.
  • PLEASE NOTE - This property is not suitable for parties due to being in a residential area and the owners kindly request that you consider the neighbours by keeping the noise down outside after 10pm.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Melanie Meadows

This property joined our collection in 2022 and is managed by Melanie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tara, 18th April 2025

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Just returned from a wonderful 3 night stay at Swift Cottage by Mel's Cottages. The accommodation was spotlessly clean and comfortable. The pool and hot tub access was a huge bonus and we used it everyday. Our break at Mels cottages was one of the most enjoyable and stress free holidays we've had and I wish we had booked for longer. Thank you.

Reviewed by Amanda, 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by John, 11th October 2024

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Beautiful location and very comfort cottage. Hosts were so accommodating and really helpful when we needed them. Will certainly be returning. This a Gem as my family have both differently abled members and those of the four legged varieties. It was perfect.

Reviewed by Gavin, 11th August 2024

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We had a lovely holiday , the cottage was well equipped for a family . Fantastic location only a short drive into town. The pub is next door but we didnt go to it as had a baby with us. I recommend going on the stream train from town. Also went to namiste Indian restaurant and I give that place 5 star! The food was the best Iv ever had at an IndianRead more restaurant . Hide

Reviewed by Helen, 22nd July 2024

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What a supurb, beautiful place this is. This place has everything and more. It was exceptionally clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything needed. The owners live on site and are on hand if there is anything you need. The pool, sauna and jacuzzi are very clean and serviced daily. The whole complex has been so well planned, it's a credit Read moreto the owners.Holiday Cottages facilitated our stay with such ease. Thank you. The location is also perfect. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah, 28th June 2024

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Reviewed by Sharon, 22nd March 2024

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Nice and cosy place to stay. Pool and sauna really nice touch. Very friendly and helpful hosts.

Reviewed by James, 1st March 2024

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The property we stayed in (swift). It was spacious and spotless clean. Was a lovely place to stay and so relaxing Log burner was a bonus and the cottage soon warmed up.

Reviewed by Tracey, 22nd December 2023

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Surprisingly small kitchen but very well equipped and the cottage itself was very comfortable

Reviewed by Peter, 15th December 2023

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Reviewed by Christopher, 23rd November 2023

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Reviewed by Deborah, 17th November 2023

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We had a lovely weekend at Swift Cottage celebrating my birthday and the personal touch of card, cake and flowers from the owners made it extra special.The comfortable,well equipped accommodation was well suited to our needs and the leisure facilities were enjoyed by all the family; particularly good as the weather wasn't brilliant.Despite the rainRead more we were able to enjoy a couple of lovely walks in a beautiful part of the country and would certainly book again. Hide

Reviewed by Marion, 3rd November 2023

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Loved this property. Good layout, well appointed, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the spa facilities. Found accessing Pickering for an evening meal, by taxi easy and reasonably priced. Keen walkers we took advantage of a stretch of the tabular hills walk out of the door. We enjoyed a pint or two in the pub next door

Reviewed by Christopher, 9th October 2023

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Very good stay and well taken care of by the owners especially with some special requests for my 93 year old mum who is in a wheelchair. Will definitely stay at this property again mums health permitting. Everything was perfect and a very nice cottage to stay in.

Reviewed by Sally, 28th July 2023

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A very well equipped, spacious cottage with the added bonus of a leisure facility. Nothing too much trouble for the new owners who are striving to make it even better

Reviewed by Heather, 21st July 2023

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Lovely cottage with fantastic facilities.

Reviewed by June, 30th June 2023

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The cottage was very nice and well equipped, everything we needed was there. However, the metal beds were very uncomfortable and would help if replaced. The Pool could have been opened longer so we could use early morning or later when back from our days out. The village is very quiet, no shops, Pickering 5 miles away. We went to one pub in the vilRead morelage for a meal (6 of us plus 1 baby) and were told we weren't local and did not have enough food as it was curry night and told we had to leave. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn, 16th June 2023

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Swift cottage was a fantastic place to stay. Most welcoming of our 2 dogs too( other cottages decided a German Shepherd wasn't welcome even though not stated on their website) so glad we came here. Lovely pool, hot tub and sauna and beautiful gardens to sit in. Kitchen fully equipped. Great location for visiting other places such as York, Whitby anRead mored Scarborough. Would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Bryan, 5th May 2023

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The double bed was extremely hard and not at all comfortable and the shower room was constantly wet all over the floor. I know its a wet room but a shower screen would have kept water away from the toilet and sink areas. However overall the cottage was lovely clean and cosy and the leisure facilities were a big plus for my two grandchildren.

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